Local artisans are participating in the nationwide Empty Bowls project from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 17 at the United Methodist Church, 6063 La Jolla Blvd., La Jolla. For a $20 donation, participants can select a bowl made by a local potter, enjoy a soup-and-bread lunch prepared by local chefs and bakers, and keep the bowl as a reminder of world hunger. Funds raised will benefit the Third Avenue Charitable Organization (TACO). Participating restaurants include The Cottage, Waters Fine Catering, Beaumont's, Point Loma Seafoods, The French Gourmet, Bread & Cie and Jack's La Jolla. Information: emptybowls.com. More events, EX